After years of hard work, it’s finally time to let loose and celebrate. But as fun as schoolies can be, it’s important that you stay safe, including when it comes to sex. Use condoms The easiest way to practice safe sex? Use condoms. Condoms act as a physical barrier, preventing […]
What is STI testing? STI testing is the process of running medical tests to check for any sexually transmitted infections (STIs). It is quick, easy, and confidential. Most STI tests only require a blood test and either a self-collected swab or a urine sample. Why is STI testing important? […]
It’s Valentine’s Day National Condom Day! It’s no coincidence that Valentine’s Day and National Condom Day fall on the same day… but in terms of which one we’re celebrating, well, that’s a no brainer. Here at Play Safe, we’ll take any excuse to celebrate condoms, but today, on National Condom […]
After years of hard work, it’s finally time to let loose and celebrate. But as fun as schoolies can be, it’s important that you stay safe, including when it comes to sex. Use condoms The easiest way to practice safe sex? Use condoms. Condoms act as a physical barrier, preventing […]
What is STI testing? STI testing is the process of running medical tests to check for any sexually transmitted infections (STIs). It is quick, easy, and confidential. Most STI tests only require a blood test and either a self-collected swab or a urine sample. Why is STI testing important? […]
It’s Valentine’s Day National Condom Day! It’s no coincidence that Valentine’s Day and National Condom Day fall on the same day… but in terms of which one we’re celebrating, well, that’s a no brainer. Here at Play Safe, we’ll take any excuse to celebrate condoms, but today, on National Condom […]
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Bacterial Vaginosis only affects people with a vagina. It’s not actually an STI, as it can happen spontaneously. However, it can be passed on sexually when one person’s vaginal fluid gets into contact with another vagina. It’s mostly caused by an imbalance of normal bacteria in the vagina.
Bacterial Vaginosis often has no symptoms and goes away spontaneously about 50% of the time
You may have white or grey discharge coming from your vagina. Sometimes it can smell ‘fishy’
Bacterial Vaginosis isn’t an STI
If you have symptoms a doctor or nurse will take a swab from your vagina to test for Bacterial Vaginosis. If you do have Bacterial Vaginosis, your doctor will prescribe antibiotic tablets or vaginal gel. Go to your local GP, or find your nearest clinic here.